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US President Donald Trump (left) and Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte attend the Nato summit in Ankara, Turkey, where allies highlighted new defence commitments and higher military spending targets. Photo: AFP
United States

Nato summit delivers unity and billions in defence deals, Rutte says

Secretary general says allies are strengthening the alliance after agreeing to higher spending, amid continued pressure from Trump.

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South Korea

Why South Korea is celebrating a Canada submarine deal it lost

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United States

Trump still ‘disappointed’ with Nato, says US should control Greenland at summit

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US-China relations

Nato launches defence projects to counter Russia and China

New measures focus on critical minerals, drone capabilities and missile shields as members boost the alliance’s industrial base.

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Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte speaks during the Nato Defence Industry Forum in Ankara, Turkey, on Tuesday. Photo: EPA
United States

As I see it | Is ‘no Greenland seafood for China’ the US’ new security doctrine?

A Trump appointee shares a vision of Washington taking over the island’s seafood industry and keeping exports from the Chinese.

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Science

‘Unhealthy environment’: Arctic researcher Li Xueke leaves the US for Hong Kong

Li is among a growing cohort of US-based researchers moving to Asia as Donald Trump terminates grants for climate-related projects.

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Nordic nations

Denmark PM presents new government, with majority of women

For the first time in Danish history, the new cabinet will consist of more women than men.

(First row, from left) Denmark’s Foreign Minister Lars Loekke Rasmussen of the Moderates party, Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen of the Social Democrats party, Pia Olsen Dyhr of the Socialist People’s Party and Martin Lidegaard of Denmark’s The Social Liberal Party address the media outside Amalienborg Castle in Copenhagen on Wednesday. Photo: AFP
Japan

Japanese MP’s claim China eyes Antarctic ‘treasure trove’ dismissed

A polar law expert says the continent’s strict mining ban has no expiry date, despite concerns raised in Japan’s parliament.

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Climate change

Earth is hot and getting hotter: UN warns next 5 years likely to smash records

Climate agencies predict planet will experience a new hottest-ever year before 2031.

Transport and logistics

Polar shipping era: China, South Korea bypass old trade lines amid Hormuz crisis

Passage through the waters could reduce transit times to Europe, offering an alternative to traditional routes amid rising geopolitical risks.

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Arctic shipping routes could cut transit times compared with traditional sea routes, such as passage via the Suez Canal and the much longer journey around the Cape of Good Hope. Photo: Shutterstock
Greenland

US needs to ‘put its footprint back on Greenland’, Trump envoy says

Jeff Landry was on his first visit to the Arctic island – despite not being officially invited – since his appointment six months ago.

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Protesters rally against US President Donald Trump in front of the US consulate in Nuuk, Greenland, in January. Photo: Reuters
Animals

Norway reports Europe’s first case of bird flu in a polar bear

The H5N5 variant was also found in a walrus found about 1,000km from the North Pole, and is thought to be the likely cause of death.

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Nordic nations

Greenland PM hits out at reported bid to buy signatures for pro-US petition

Jens-Frederik Nielsen responds to report of a ‘mysterious American’ offering a Nuuk taxi driver US$200,000 to sign.

US-China relations

Will warming Arctic trigger further chill in US-China relations?

The prospect of opening up new sea lanes presents both challenges and opportunities for the rival powers, analysts say.

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Illustration: Davies Christian
India

Why India’s logistics pact with Russia signals its Arctic ‘footprint’ ambition

The pact allows up to ‘five warships, 10 aircraft and 3,000 troops’ to be stationed in each other’s territory for five years.

Melting ice on the North Pole in the Arctic. Photo: Getty Images
China energy security

China orders maritime security research as Hormuz crisis exposes trade risks

The research agenda will also focus on safeguarding port access and critical mineral investments amid rising threats to global trade.

United States

2 US soldiers injured in brown bear attack during training exercise in Alaska

Up to 350 black bears and 75 brown bears roam freely around the base where the exercise was being held.

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Climate change

The scientists diving deep beneath Arctic ice to discover the secrets below

Scientists want to understand the impact of climate change on Arctic and Antarctic marine life amid rapidly warming sea temperatures.

A diver swims under the ice during a Polar Scientific Diving class in Kilpisjarvi in Finland. Photo: AP
Middle East

Opinion | As the Gulf grows riskier, the Arctic is gaining strategic weight

As traditional energy centres become less stable, the Arctic’s resources, shipping routes and infrastructure are growing in importance.

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Denmark

Denmark votes in election shadowed by Trump’s Greenland ambitions

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen seeks a third term after a stand-off with US President Donald Trump over Greenland.

US-China relations

US says mainland China has no plans to attack Taiwan in 2027

Beijing seeks to control the island without the use of force, the US intelligence community confirms in its annual report on global threats.

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The People’s Liberation Army conducts military drills near Pingtan island, in eastern China’s Fujian province, the closest point to Taiwan, on December 30, 2025. Photo: AFP
China-Russia relations

China, Russia look to boost transport links amid Middle East disruption

Increased use of Arctic shipping route among topics covered at inaugural China-Russia Logistics Business Forum.

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An oil tanker navigates through young Arctic sea ice. Photo: Shutterstock Images
War and conflict

Opinion | Superpower contest puts Iran, Panama, Venezuela and Greenland on one map

When one crisis touches canal access, another hits crude and a third touches the Strait of Hormuz, it is hard to call these a coincidence.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Letters | Hong Kong cannot afford to ignore the threat of microplastic pollution

Readers discuss a recent study on microplastics and nanoplastics in the air, and the death of Arctic foxes at Ocean Park.

Two Sessions 2026

China’s 15th 5-year plan maps bold push for AI, fusion and frontier science

Beijing’s sweeping 2026-2030 plan lays out blueprint for navigating a complex and turbulent international environment.

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China’s top legislators and political advisers have gathered in Beijing for the annual “two sessions” meetings. Photo: AP
Defence

Middle powers Canada, South Korea set Arctic course between China-Russia and US

Seoul’s security agreement with Ottawa is also a ‘hedge’ against a transactional Washington, an analyst says.

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Melting sea ice triggered by climate change has increased the region’s strategic importance as the shortest shipping lane between the Asia-Pacific and Europe. Photo: Getty Images
Donald Trump

Denmark warns of interference from Russia, US in its election

A Danish intelligence cites Denmark’s support for Ukraine and rising tensions over Greenland for its assessment.

Japan

Japan on track for hottest summer ever as ocean temperatures surge

Various regions across Japan are expected to register above-normal temperatures between June and August, the weather agency says.

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